Climbing Cerro Vallecitos (5400m) in 6 days from Mendoza
Follow certified mountain guide Joaquín and reach the summit of Cerro Vallecitos, near Mendoza. Live an amazing mountaineering experience in the Andes!
Andes
6 Days
Dec
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Explore the Andes Front Range, "Cordon del Plata", with a local guide.
- Reach the summit of Cerro Vallecitos, in Mendoza.
- Enjoy stunning views of the Andes mountain range.
Description
Do you want to enjoy an exciting ascent in the Andes? Then join me! Let’s reach the summit of Vallecitos, near Mendoza, on a 6-day trip!
Just a short distance of Mendoza, Argentina, Vallecitos (5400m) is one of the highest peaks in the Cordon del Plata. It is a very accessible mountain and a perfect option for those starting high altitude climbs. Many adventure lovers explore it for acclimatization purposes before climbing Aconcagua.
The Cordon del Plata is a part of the Front Range of the Andes and combines huge mountains and beautiful alpine valleys. On this 6-day classic expedition we will enjoy stunning views.
After meeting in Mendoza we will drive to Vallecitos and start the ascent. After a few days of climbing through scenic and varied terrain, we will reach the summit of this beautiful mountain!
I only take a maximum of six participants, so this will be a very personal experience. Furthermore, we will use premium group equipment, eat delicious homemade food, and sleep surrounded by fabulous landscapes. Please keep in mind that you will need a good fitness level.
So, if you want to live an unforgettable mountaineering adventure in the Andes, please get in touch with me. Let’s get to the top of Cerro Vallecitos starting from Mendoza!
Additionally, we can also practice rock climbing, check it out.
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Transport during the trip
- Personal insurance
- Transportation start and back
- Porters
- Mountain guide expenses
Price details
- Mules for general equipment (for groups that meet the quota of 4 participants and depending on the weather conditions).
- If the group is of two or three persons we will include 20 kg porter.
- Personal equipment is not included.
Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Vallecitos
Meeting in Mendoza. Rental of equipment if needed. Transfer to Vallecitos. Night at the refuge.
Day 2: Piedra Grande Camp
Ascent to Piedra Grande (3500 m). Overnight at mountain camp.
Day 3: Salto Camp
Ascent to Salto (4300m). Overnight at mountain camp.
Day 4: Rest Day
Day 5: Summit Day
Final ascent to the top of Vallecitos (5400m)
Day 6: End of the trip
Transfer Vallecitos – Mendoza
Details
More info
You can rent the personal equipment in Mendoza.
Meeting point
FAQs
What experience and how fit do I need to be to climb this mountain? Is this program suitable for children or older people?
Yes, it is necessary to have experience in high altitude and also to be in very good physical condition. It is recommended to have done at least 3 ascents of 13,000 ft. / 4,000 masl. peaks or higher.
What is the best time of the year to climb this mountain?
From October to April.
What is the guide-to-client ratio to climb this mountain?
It's 3 persons, 1 guide
Can I join a group?
Yes, you can join a group on the publish open dates or request a private ascent.
What do I do if I don’t have equipment?
We can recommend equipment rental houses, and accompany you in the process of choosing the most appropriate gear for the activity.
What do I do if I don’t want to carry my personal loads to the high altitude camps?
In that case, you can hire an additional “porter” service. But we will need you to let us know in advance.
What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?
About the guide
Joaquin
5.0
(18)
Alpine Guide
I was born in Córdoba, Argentina, where I was able to venture into mountaineering more than ten years ago. I took my first steps in the Sierras de Córdoba, and from there, I set out to explore higher mountains.
Five years ago, I achieved my dreams when I came to Mendoza to become a professional mountain guide and earn a living doing what I love. Two years from now, we created our own adventure tourism company in Mendoza.
For the last 3 years, I have been working in a foundation, as an instructor in first aid and rescue in wild areas, training government agencies, guides, etc. I have made Advanced emergency medical technician in Buenos Aires, with real ambulance hours.
Join me in one of my programs and discover the Andes with me.
Languages
English
What people are saying about Joaquin
Chibby
Joaquin experienced a health issue - my Excellent Guide was Vanina. She did a great job of adjusting to the snowing winter and recent snow fall to adapt our trip. Her attention to detail - and my thoughts - were very much appreciated. I saw a beautiful part of Argentina and I owe her for these experiences & memories. Many thanks.
Maria
Highly recommended!!! Joaquín and Venina were fantastic and fun guides! On the first day we went out to approx 3200m for acclimatization and enjoyed a delicious meal next to the tent with fantastic views. On the second day we went up to the summit. We felt save and in great company during the whole trip. Communication before and after was easy, fast and helpful e.g. for renting some equipment. Would definitely do it again!
Chelsea
Joaquin was an amazing tour guide! He was polite, on time, and gave us an amazing experience. He is not only a great guide but amazing person, we love talking to him and learning about Argentina and consider him a friend. We are so appreciative and this hike was the highlight of our trip.
Overall, this was a fantastic hike. You get some astonishing views and can take different routes according to your fitness level and interest. Personally, I enjoyed our quick stay at the high camp where we got to meet several people who were acclimatising for their ascends to the higher peaks. Also, we really enjoyed the time with Joaquin. Thanks to his fun personality and intersting conversations (also fluent in English which helped in my case) the time together went by way too quickly. Even before the beginning of the trip he gave us a lot of proactive advise when we wanted to choose a route that suited our demands and later he helped us with finding places to get some extra gear. During the trip and thanks to Joaquins deep knowledge of the region, he was able to adapt the route we were taking when my friend suffered from some altitude sickness. Also, a big plus was the great food that we had during the trip, including some (fantastic!) homemade carrot mayo and the asado we prepared on the first evening which was the best meal we had in Argentina.
I did a four days mountaineering tour with Joaquin and it was great. Joaquin understands to put the foucs on the needs of the customers and his knowledges about the region in the Andes is quite extensive. It was especially great beacuse the nice personality of Jaoquin allowed us to have good talks and insights about the Argentinian culture and life. Can only recommend him!
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